Amid the children's chattering, Noah and the others' little sailboat soon reached Hot Spring Island. The island covered more than 6,000 square kilometers, roughly one-fifth the size of Taiwan. Thanks to a grand opening promotion, the docks where ships moored were packed with vessels.
Noah and the others were all brimming with excitement. "We've arrived at Hot Spring Island! We can soak in the hot springs now!" Noah immediately took the lead toward the bustling hot spring town on the island, while Nock, Tenoch, and the others stretched their legs and followed behind him.
Bonney shouted, "Wait for us!" and ran after them. Noah then seemed to remember something and said, "Remember to bring Berries. There's lots of delicious food on the island." Nock pulled out a small pouch. "I brought all the savings I've accumulated over the past six months."
Seeing how loaded Nock was, Ace hurriedly asked, "Can you cover me later?" Nock looked at him with utter disdain. "In your dreams. I don't even have enough for myself." Bonney, Komurasaki, and the others also took out their savings and began counting them.
Bonney looked delighted. "I wonder if this is enough. Anyway, this is all I have left." Komurasaki was equally excited. "I wonder what Hot Spring Island has. Let's go take a look first!" The group then headed directly toward the center of the island.
As Noah and the others looked at the crowds flowing through Hot Spring Town, they said, "It's so lively! I wonder how many people came from the Flame Dragon Empire." Nock's face immediately filled with alarm. "Big Brother, when we get back, if you see Dad beating me up, you have to look out for me!"
Hearing Nock's words, Noah looked thoroughly disgusted. "If you keep spouting nonsense next time, you